UK Attractions

The Museum re-opened in 2000, after a major refurbishment and redisplay of exhibits. It now provides a fully interactive experience, such as constructing a Roman pot or trying your hand at knitting. In the Charles Waterton Gallery you can experience the 'feely' tree, walk through a rain forest - and even play on a space invaders machine. There are videos, including a personal view by Sir David Attenborough, and Wakefield in the 1920s. We also have a computer featuring over 8,000 photographs of the Wakefield District.

Wakefield Museum
Wakefield One
3 Burton Street
Wakefield
Yorkshire
WF1 2EB
Map and Directions

01924 305356

01924 305353

All year Mon-Sat 10.30-16.30 Sun 14.00-16.30. Also Bank Hol in Spring & Summer. Closed Christmas & New Year

Baby Changing Facilities

Disabled Access

Guide Dogs Allowed

Explore the sights and sounds of the rain forest as you enter the world of Wakefield explorer and early conservationist Charles Waterton. Discover more about Wakefield's history in the 'Story Of Wakefield' gallery. This chronicles life in Wakefield and the surrounding area from the earliest stone age hunters to today's Westgate Run.